NDIS

UnitingCare West is here to support you on your National Disability Insurance Scheme journey.

We offer a range of individualised support for people with disability, including participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

We understand that everybody’s journey is unique, so talk to us about how we can support you to reach your goals.

You can call us to chat to one of our team on 1300 663 298 whenever you are ready.

We are here to walk alongside you and the people you trust to help you make the right decisions on what services best suit your own unique needs. This might include developing an individualised plan that identifies the outcomes you want to achieve and the pathway to get you there.

Our dedicated NDIS team is ready to:

Answer your NDIS questions

Guide you through the NDIS application process

Work with you to develop a comprehensive NDIS plan

Services we provide at UnitingCare West include:

Community activities

Supported accommodation

Shared accommodation

Support to access employment and educational opportunities

NDIS planning and support

The NDIS in WA

In December 2017, it was announced that the Commonwealth Government’s National Disability Insurance Agency will operate the NDIS in Western Australia for the future. This brings to a close the WA NDIS trial conducted by the former Disability Services Commission.

West Australians living in different local government areas will be able to access the NDIS at different times. The scheme will be fully rolled out across WA by 2020.

All current participants in the WA NDIS will transfer to the nationally delivered scheme from April 2018 until 31 December 2018.

You are eligible to access the scheme if you have a permanent impairment that makes it difficult to take part in everyday life activities. You will also need to meet a range of requirements, including:

Availability of the scheme in your area

Age (you must be 65 years or younger on application)

Residency status

The nature of your disability

Early intervention requirements

If you are already a client of a disability service, you will be contacted about transitioning into the scheme. In the meantime, existing services and supports will continue until you start your NDIS plan.

For further details on eligibility requirements, visit NDIS. For further details on how to apply click here.

Advocacy – protecting your rights

UnitingCare West is by your side, to advocate on your behalf and make sure your rights are respected at every stage of your personal NDIS journey.

We’ll put you at the centre of every discussion, provide advice on what to say at meetings and step in to speak on your behalf when required.

Our role is to represent your rights and ensure your voice is clearly heard, understood and respected.

How do I find out more?

Contact our specialist team on 1300 663 298 to have a chat and find out more.

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We will be able to help you find out how the NDIS can best support you.